In Dubai, the young Aussie team finished a creditable fifth, winning five out of its six matches - the single loss being the crucial quarter-final that separates the top-four contenders from the rest of the pack.

Friend is hoping to build on that tournament experience for his newer players.

"The team showed great ability and character to finish in fifth after a disappointing loss in the quarter-finals in Dubai,” Friend said.

"With five debutants last week, we showed the depth of our young talent we have coming through this squad and we are looking forward to getting back out on to the field in Cape Town.”

Sam Caslick, Charlie Taylor, Mick Adams and Simon Kennewell are the four rookies who get to step up again.